Writers Guild Accepts UTA's Offer to Resume Failed Talks Between Writers and Agents
The WGA West president, David Goodman, accepted an overture from UTA's Jay Sures.
Agency Group Pushes Back on Verve Deal With Writers Guild
The agreement infringes on agencies’ and writers’ rights, says the analysis for the Association of Talent Agencies.
Writers Guild Adds Additional Claim to Suit Against Talent Agencies (Exclusive)
The WGA’s amended complaint alleges “constructive fraud” based on failure to disclose relevant facts and on breach of fiduciary duty.
Hollywood's Writers-Agents War Bleeds Into 'Walking Dead' Profits Dispute
AMC says CAA's lawyer is blocking an investigation into packaging fees and an "egregious conflict of interest between [Frank] Darabont and his agents." CAA and Darabont respond that this is a calculated "publicity sideshow."
Verve Breaks Agency Ranks, Signs Writers Guild "Code of Conduct"
It is the first firm with major literary clients to agree to the guild’s new regulations, a move which the Association of Talent Agents called "disappointing."
SAG-AFTRA's New Commercials Contract Explained: Who May Benefit
The new agreement adds flexibility to attract non-union advertisers and agencies, as well as advertisers mystified by the cost structure of their commercials or who simply want more certitude.
Verve May Break Agency Ranks and Sign Writers Guild "Code of Conduct"
It would be the first firm with major literary clients to agree to the guild's new regulations.
Gavin Polone: This Is the Beginning of the End of TV Agents
A culture change is happening in Hollywood as old-school networking and technology are making television lit reps obsolete and tipping the WGA-ATA fight in favor of the writers.
Writers-Agents War: Are Labor Strikes Next?
It has been more than half a century since actors and writers simultaneously staged walkouts, but the current fight between the guild and the ATA could domino into a summer 2020 sequel.
Cannes: Will the Writers Guild Fight Impact Dealmaking at the Festival?
